(KLZA)-- A former Richardson County Commissioner and longtime fixture at the Richardson County Fair is being remembered.
James “Jim” Standerford of Humboldt died Tuesday, April 6 at the age of 92.
Jim Standerford served as a Richardson County Commissioners serving the Third District from 2012 – 2016.
Jim became involved with the Richardson County Fall Festival in September 1943 as a member of the clean-up crew. He joined the Richardson County Ag Society in 1961, serving as president from 1968 until his passing.
In addition, Standerford served on the State Fair Board for several years, being named the 2000 Nebraska Association of Fair Managers Person of the Year.
He also served on the Richardson County Extension Board and the Board of Mid-America Dairymen.
A Celebration of Life Service for Jim Standerford will be held Saturday, April 17 at 10:00 A.M. at the First Presbyterian Church in Humboldt.
© Many Signals Communications
MOST VIEWED STORIES
Atchison Walmart robbery sparks suspect search
Accused Atchison Walmart robber arrested Wed
Brown Co man involved in fatal central KS crash
Wrecked motorcyclist escapes serious injuries
Decision made on future of Atchison Co Lake
Rape among charges holding Holton man
Atchison woman injured in Shawnee Co crash
Atchison's black business past set for renewal
Two arrested after Jackson Co traffic stop
Suspect arrested in Jackson Co vehicle theft
Familiar name in local radio being remembered
Nemaha Co Attorney discusses retirement plans with commission
Jackson Co voters to face special question in November
Flags to fly in honor of fallen KS paramedic
HCC successfully concludes DOJ settlement agreement
Falls City Council moves forward with bonding for future electrical needs
Lancaster Fire gains firetruck
Update on May 19 SE NE tornado
LATEST STORIES
Presidential Disaster Declaration approved
Atchison woman injured in Shawnee Co crash
Public health advisory issued for Pony Creek Lake
Rape among charges holding Holton man
Memorial Day honors planned for Atchison Co vets
Local tribes awarded housing grants
Suspect arrested in Jackson Co vehicle theft
Familiar name in local radio being remembered